This course provides an overview of the development of e-government in different countries such as Hong Kong, China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, and other Asian nations as well as comparative analysis to their Western counterparts. The various essentials of e-government are presented and discussed in light of prevailing practice. The tools for assessing e-government performance are also explored and a critical assessment framework will be provided. Selective aspects of e-government such as integrating operations among the public sectors and outsourcing will be highlighted.